India
YourStory Founder Slams Taj Delhi Restaurant For Asking Her To Sit ‘Properly’
Shradha Sharma, founder of the digital media platform YourStory, criticised the staff at Masala Art Taj Palace (Taj Delhi) over being asked to sit “properly”, sparking debates on sexism, service norms and influencer expectations in India’s premium hospitality segment.
Sports
FC Goa vs Al Nassr: Goa losses AFC Champions League 2 Clash After A Tight Fight
Indian Super League side FC Goa hosted Saudi Pro League giants Al‑Nassr at Fatorda for their Group D match in the 2025-26 AFC Champions League 2, the game featuring big names despite Ronaldo’s absence. Goa fought hard, scored first via Brison Fernandes but conceded goals to Angelo Gabriel and Haroune Camara and then went down to 10 men after a late red card, ultimately losing 1-2.
World
Trump Claims He Spoke To PM Modi On Diwali Then Repeats Russian Oil Remarks
Former U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a conversation with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi over Diwali and re-asserted a controversial claim about possessing low-price Russian oil. The remarks came during a public event and raised eyebrows among analysts for their diplomatic implications, given India’s strategic balancing between major powers, energy procurement challenges and U.S.–Russia tensions. (Maharashtra Times)
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India
Medical College Seats Hit Record High Yet Competition Remains Intensely Fierce In India
India’s medical-education sector now boasts the highest number of seats ever offered in medical colleges, yet competition has not eased. Graduating students face steeper competition due to rising aspirants, limited high-quality institutions and intense entrance exam pressure; the paradox highlights systemic bottlenecks despite scaled capacity.
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Sports
Rohit Sharma Sits Out Nets As Gautam Gambhir Has Lengthy Chat With His Replacement
Ahead of India’s cricket tour of Australia, senior batter Rohit Sharma was filmed sitting out net practice sessions while former opener and coach Gautam Gambhir held a long conversational exchange with the newcomer set to replace Rohit in the squad for the upcoming series—a signal of potential transition in India’s leadership set-up.
India
All Is Not Well: India's UN Critique Puts Spotlight on Gridlocked Global Terror Response
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar critiques the UN Security Council and Pakistan for obstructing anti-terror actions after the Pahalgam attack, saying the UN's mechanisms are “gridlocked” and urgent reforms are needed. He highlights the irony of victims and perpetrators being equated, slams members shielding terrorists, and warns that the slowdown of Sustainable Development Goals is a sign of distress for the Global South. Despite criticism, Jaishankar urges continued, if critical, support for the UN, emphasizing reform and resilience.
World
US Thought India Will Go To War In 2002, Evacuated Families After Parliament Attack!
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou revealed in an interview that the US feared India and Pakistan would go to war following the 2001 Parliament attack, leading the US to evacuate families from Islamabad. He confirmed US intelligence found proof of Pakistan's support for terror groups, and described how India was forced to practice “strategic patience.” He also warned that Pakistan would lose a conventional war, highlighting deep fractures within Pakistan’s intelligence agencies.
India
INDIA Sweeps 3 of 4 Rajya Sabha Seats, BJP Secures 1 in Landmark J&K Polls
In Jammu & Kashmir’s first Rajya Sabha elections since Article 370’s abrogation, National Conference emerged dominant with three seats, BJP winning another amid allegations of cross-voting and “horse-trading.” The results ended J&K's Rajya Sabha vacancy since 2021, with leaders sparring and supporters celebrating.
Sports
Kohli in Spotlight: Two Ducks Spark Debate on Star’s ODI Future
Virat Kohli has faced rare back-to-back ducks in ODIs against Australia, prompting ex-cricketer Mohammad Kaif to advise following Shreyas Iyer’s approach of playing practice matches for rhythm. Kaif explained that Kohli, now restricted to ODIs, must adapt to maintain form, sparking debate about his role in the Indian side for the next World Cup.
World
Hyderabadi Ghazala Hashmi Leads for Virginia’s Lt Governor, Mobilizes South Asians
Hyderabad-born Ghazala Hashmi, State Senator in Virginia, is making a powerful run for the Lieutenant Governor post backed by a message on education, healthcare, and inclusion. Her campaign, which resonates with both Indian and Pakistani-origin voters, currently leads against Republican John Reid. Her ascent marks a historic milestone for South Asian Americans in US politics.